Ford Focus 1.0-litre EcoBoost proves popular

The Ford Focus 1.0-litre EcoBoost made up for 17 per cent of completed Focus sales in its first full month on sale, equal to almost 1,000 examples.

Since it was launched at the beginning of April, the total amount of EcoBoosts ordered with the new engine, account for more than 25 per cent of Focus sales.

The 1.0 EcoBoost turbo petrol engine is designed to deliver the performance of a 1.6, with improved fuel efficiency and lower emissions.

The Ford Focus 1.0 Ecoboost is available in 100bhp and 125bhp form and returns up to 59mpg with emissions of 109g/km. It is also capable of 0-62mph in as low as 11.3 seconds.

Prices start from £16,445 and rise to £22,045.

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